2018 REP TRYOUTS

*Celebrating 15 years in the community!

ONLINE REP FEE PAYMENT

**Handling fees applies

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is REP basketball?

The DCBA Rep program is designed for players ages 8 to 18 who want to play on a competitive basketball team. Our players on the Rep teams will get the opportunity to compete in Ontario Basketball Association sanctioned tournaments, leagues and games across the GTA. Players are selected through open tryouts in September and the season concludes in April/May.

What is AAU?

AAU basketball is played in the United States. Our teams travel and compete vs the best competition in the country. Through our partnership with Nike UPLAY Canada, UPLAY Durham will have access to exclusive Nike tournaments and events. These events provide maximum exposure for athletes interested in obtaining a scholarship to a US school.

What is DC United?

DC United is our Elite Athlete Identification Program for boys. DC United starts at the grade 7 age level and goes up until grade 12. Our teams compete in the Ontario Basketball Association, Nike Signature League, CYBL and various tournaments. The program is also open to Bulldogs players who may not have been selected to a DC United team.

What is UPLAY United?

Elite Athlete Identification Program for girls starting from grade 8 and 9 level. These teams will participate in the Nike Rose League, the top middle school circuit in North America. The program will identify Chameleons' players at the grade 7 level.

How does the Nike UPLAY affiliation benefit my son/daughter.

The affiliation now provides a clear opportunity for our athletes to compete at the highest levels of competition. UPLAY Canada operates teams at the U15/16/17 levels and these teams compete in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League. Our players at the U12/13/14 levels have the opportunity to participate in the Nike MADE Hoops league under UPLAY Durham. Many players that participate in these leagues go on to earn athletic scholarships to Colleges/Universities in the United States.

What are the fees?

Fees can vary between $900-$1300 depending on the program you are selected to. We offer various opportunities for fundraising and sponsorship to offset costs for parents. We also work with our partners Canadian Tire Jumpstart, KidSport and Their Opportunity for families that require financial aid to assist with paying fees. We strive to make participation inclusive for everyone regardless of their financial situation. Our staff will work with parents to ensure that finances are not a barrier to participation.

Durham City Basketball Association

The Durham City Basketball Association is a non-profit organization designed to EMPOWER the sport of basketball and ENHANCE opportunities for youth playing basketball in the Durham Region.

The object for our participants is to learn the basic skills of basketball through the values of respect and integrity. Our goal is to create a positive environment in which promoting fair play and building self-esteem is a priority.

DCBA VISION

The Durham City Basketball Association will develop character and promote the game of basketball throughout Durham Region. Our goal is to bring parents, players and volunteers together and UNITE as one community. Our programs take place in a positive environment where promoting fair play and building self-esteem is a priority.